Chelsea Handler has signed a deal with Netflix for a new talk show to begin in early 2016, the on-demand streaming video company's first foray into late-night programming territory.

The deal also includes a new one-hour standup special to air on Oct. 10 based on her recent "Uganda Be Kidding Me" tour. She will also make four "docu-comedy" specials in which she learns about new subjects ranging from Nascar and the NBA draft to politics and Silicon Valley.

The format and the timing of the airing of the show was not immediately clear, but Netflix said that it would be "updated" while still featuring "Chelsea’s unfiltered opinions on topical entertainment and cultural issues, as well as her signature guest interviews."

"If I was going to continue working in this industry, I knew I had to do something outside the box to keep myself interested," Handler said in a statement. "I wanted to sit with the cool kids at lunch so I approached Netflix to make sure they were as cool as I thought they were, and when I confirmed my suspicions, like with any other future lover, I made my move."

Late-night talk shows had been one of the areas that remained unique to broadcast television. Netflix has not been shy about investing in original content as it continues to compete with other streaming media offerings from Hulu and Amazon, which have also begun to develop series. Handler's signing breaks new ground, as none of its competitors have exclusive relationships with such a high-profile talent.

Netflix did not disclose details of Handler's deal, but previous contracts made her one of the highest-paid female comedians on television. An extension with E! signed in 2011 was reportedly worth $25 million for two years.

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